• [TST26] Building the Teaching Life You Actually Want (Starting With Back-to-School) with Heidi Van Natter & Emily Stephenson
    2026/07/19

    🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!

    We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 48 hours only! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you don’t miss all the other summit happenings.

    And don’t forget you can upgrade to the Max Pass to get ongoing access to all sessions in a private podcast feed, a PD certificate for 10 hours, plus other resources and bonuses, worth over $700 in total. Grab your Max Pass here.

    About the Session:

    Links:

    • Preorder our book Structure and Spark, releasing August 18th!

    Come join all the fun in the Teacher Summer Talks Camp Lodge.

    🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily and sponsored by Teacher Approved Club and Second Story Window.

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    13 分
  • [TST26] The 3 BTS Investments That Save You Hours Every Month with Heidi Van Natter & Emily Stephenson
    2026/07/19

    🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!

    We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 48 hours only! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you don’t miss all the other summit happenings.

    And don’t forget you can upgrade to the Max Pass to get ongoing access to all sessions in a private podcast feed, a PD certificate for 10 hours, plus other resources and bonuses, worth over $700 in total. Grab your Max Pass here.

    About the Session:

    Links:

    Come join all the fun in the Teacher Summer Talks Camp Lodge.

    🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily and sponsored by Teacher Approved Club and Second Story Window.

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    15 分
  • [TST26] The Back-to-School Setup That Saves You on Your Hardest Day with Heidi Van Natter & Emily Stephenson
    2026/07/19

    🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!

    We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 48 hours only! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you don’t miss all the other summit happenings.

    And don’t forget you can upgrade to the Max Pass to get ongoing access to all sessions in a private podcast feed, a PD certificate for 10 hours, plus other resources and bonuses, worth over $700 in total. Grab your Max Pass here.

    About the Session:

    Links:

    Come join all the fun in the Teacher Summer Talks Camp Lodge.

    🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily and sponsored by Teacher Approved Club and Second Story Window.

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    15 分
  • [TST26] How To Shop For Clothes That Add Value To Your Closet with Lindsey Froemming from Fashion Fix MN
    2026/07/19

    🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!

    We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 48 hours only! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you don’t miss all the other summit happenings.

    And don’t forget you can upgrade to the Max Pass to get ongoing access to all sessions in a private podcast feed, a PD certificate for 10 hours, plus other resources and bonuses, worth over $700 in total. Grab your Max Pass here.

    About the Session:

    Hear the A-U-R method (Add, Update, Replace), a simple framework for shopping with intention so every piece earns its place in your closet.

    Links:

    🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily and sponsored by Teacher Approved Club and Second Story Window.

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    4 分
  • [TST26] Travel on an Educator's Salary: Points for Beginners with Amber Paul from Amber on Points
    2026/07/19

    🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!

    We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 48 hours only! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you don’t miss all the other summit happenings.

    And don’t forget you can upgrade to the Max Pass to get ongoing access to all sessions in a private podcast feed, a PD certificate for 10 hours, plus other resources and bonuses, worth over $700 in total. Grab your Max Pass here.

    About the Session:

    Learn how to travel on an educator's salary using credit card points, from busting the myths to turning everyday spending into free hotel nights and family trips.

    🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily and sponsored by Teacher Approved Club and Second Story Window.

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    18 分
  • Teacher Summer Talks is Almost Here!
    2026/07/17

    We're taking a short break from our usual episodes because this podcast feed is becoming the home of Teacher Summer Talks, our free audio summit for elementary teachers. From July 20-23, we'll be sharing daily audio sessions from experienced teachers with practical, classroom-tested strategies to help you build back-to-school systems that actually last beyond the first few weeks. Along with the sessions, we're inviting you to join our First Day Plan Challenge, earn fun camping-themed merit badges, connect with other teachers in our Camp Lodge Facebook community, and enter to win prizes! Be sure to grab your free ticket so you can access all of the summit activities and make the most of this exciting week with us!

    Resources:

    • Grab your FREE ticket for Teacher Summer Talks
    • Check out our book Structure and Spark
    • Join The Teacher Approved Club
    • Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow
    • Shop our teacher-approved resources
    • Join our Teacher Approved Facebook group
    • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
    • Leave a comment or rating on Spotify

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    3 分
  • 273. Can't Miss Classic: The Reason Most Teacher PD Ideas Never Make It to Your Classroom
    2026/07/16

    Have you ever left a conference or PD full of inspiration... only to realize you never actually used any of those great ideas? In this replay episode, we’re sharing a simple framework to help you get the most out of Teacher Summer Talks, from choosing the sessions that fit your biggest needs to capturing ideas, taking meaningful notes, and actually putting what you learn into action. If you’re joining us for Teacher Summer Talks, this episode will help you make the most of every session and walk away with strategies you’ll actually use in your classroom. Grab your free ticket and join us!

    Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-pd-tips/

    Resources:

    • Register for Teacher Summer Talks!
    • Pre-order our book: Structure and Spark
    • Good Store
    • Sun Basin Wooden Wick Candle
    • Monochrome Coloring Book
    • Join the Teacher Approved Club!
    • Connect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindow.
    • Shop our teacher-approved resources.
    • Join our Facebook group, Teacher Approved
    • Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
    • Leave a comment or rating on Spotify.

    Related Episodes to Enjoy:

    • Episode 71, The Easy Way Teachers Can Learn This Summer: 10 PD Books We Love
    • Episode 236, Your Tired Teacher Guide to January Prep From Your Couch
    • Episode 240, 7 Quick Teacher Approved Tips For a Better January

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    26 分
  • 272. Your Free Backstage Pass to Teacher Summer Talks
    2026/07/13
    In this special episode, we share a sneak peek at our upcoming Teacher Summer Talks Summit with quick, practical tips from eight expert educators! From writing instruction and math routines to classroom management and teacher well-being, you'll walk away with fresh ideas to help you prepare for the new school year. We also share one of our favorite productivity strategies for making back-to-school prep more effective by managing your energy instead of your time.Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and resources in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/free-teacher-summit/Resources:Register for Teacher Summer Talks!Preorder our book Structure and SparkJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyConnect With the Speakers on Instagram:Jessica: @ideasbyjiveyShelby: @littlejusticeleadersLeigh: @appliciousteacherGreg: @mrelementarymathMarcy: @saddleupfor2ndgradeJen: @strategicclassroomKelsey: @educateandrejuvenateJacey: @jaceypulverschankRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 241. What Smart Teachers Do Before a PD Event (So It Actually Sticks)Episode 112. 5 Podcasts for Elementary Teachers That We Know You’ll Love!Episode 71. The Easy Way Teachers Can Learn This Summer: 10 PD Books We LoveEpisode 16. Easy Summer PDMentioned in this episode:Set up back-to-school the right way, so the year doesn't come undone by October. Get your free ticket: https://secondstorywindow.net/summertalks
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    32 分